Waylon Jennings - I've Always Been Crazy - 1984

This is my very favorite Waylon Jennings session from August 7, 1984, appearing on a superb DVD by New West Records from 2004 in my possession. As an example here I like to share with you the encore performance of JW's own "I've Always Been Crazy". Enjoy!
I fully agree with the review by Mark Deming in AllMusic about this DVD:
Once upon a time, Waylon Jennings was one of the hardest partying men in country music (no small statement), but by the time he appeared on PBS's long-running music series Austin City Limits in 1984, Jennings asked that his taping take place at 11 a.m., which would have been closer to his bedtime during his years as country's number one outlaw. A newly cocaine-fee Waylon plays "I Can Get off on You" early in this set, which contains his complete set from that KLRU-TV taping, and the man sounds tough and committed throughout a fast-paced show, during which he runs through 14 songs in less than 40 minutes and displays his trademark ability to sound energetic and laid-back at the same time. Waylon was always an artist of glorious contradictions, and a number of them are clearly audible on Live from Austin TX; for a man who looked, sounded, and lived like a badass, he was always at his best wearing his heart on his sleeve on broken-hearted numbers like "It's Not Supposed to Be That Way" and "Dreaming My Dream with You," and while he was famous for his rowdy, hard-living ways, he was perfectly comfortable singing "Don't You Think This Outlaw Bit's Done Got out of Hand" against type. Jennings wastes no time in this show, but the spirit is with him at all times, and both his voice and his lead guitar work shine, while his band (including the great Ralph Mooney on pedal steel) is in superb form. And Jennings sings Rodney Crowell's "Ain't Living Long Like This" as if he owns it. Live from Austin TX captures what was probably just another set in the life of Waylon Jennings, but the subtle fire and total commitment he brings to these songs prove the man never dogged it in front of an audience, and anyone who ever enjoyed his rough, sweet music will get a kick out of this.
KZbin-link to medley with some good tunes from this DVD:
• Waylon Jennings - Medl...

[@jacobfranz1204]

He started out with his pal Buddy Holly, and his kindness to the Big Bopper spared his life, he later found a new brother in Willie, and two more in Johnny and Kris, and together those four became the most famous Highwaymen since the James gang. He found a lasting love in Jessi, and earned immorality in the hearts of all who love country music. He is now playing gigs in Heaven with his idol Hank Williams and his buddies Buddy Holly and Johnny Cash, but not long from now the Highwaymen will reunite for one helluva of a reunion show. Until that day when we will be able to see him, and buds perform, we have the music he left us, and I will take it any day. Rest well Hoss.

[@JohnDLevan-kj8fv]

Amen to that!!

[@JohnDLevan-kj8fv]

Amen to that!

[@donaldwhite9766]

Aa

[@markboehm8923]

Perhaps what they are talking about in the highwayman song. They'll always be alive, they'll always be around. The love of thier songs by true country fans, they will always live on thru thier songs

[@davidvogel2909]

That's awesome bro @Jacob franz Delta 12

[@angiejones3733]

Loved Waylon when I was just a kid, still love him in my 50's. His music never gets old to me. ❤=w=❤

[@yogidemis8513]

Legends never die, Waylon will always live on!!

[@leeannajames7958]

I grew up listening to this music w my Momma ❤ it's a happy sad experience for me since my Momma passed away May 22, 2023. I will say this, Waylon was my pick along side Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson and Hank Williams Sr and Jr.

[@keithandrew2705]

nobody did it better than waylon. kick ass country act with a rock and roll attitude.

[@unwinsis]

Mom lied to me. She told me Waylon wrote this song about my Dad. RIP both of them, I hope Dad finally got to meet ol' Hoss.

[@marc-mv1kf]

One of the best performances of real country music.

[@steveberry7985]

Amen my friend

[@Marlene-yj3mt]

Always so good looking

[@mickbowen5521]

Not only could he pick the day lights out of that guitar... His band was one of the best. Amazing...

[@SunFlower-hh6vd]

I am Mexican/ American, and this is the way I roll all the time with this songs! A true woman with class, and waylon's songs with me makes me very outlaw. Lol Ayyy weyyyy like I say in Spanish! Esto si es musica perrona!!! ( Damn!!! This is music not the garbage that plays on the radio today.... Perrona( Son Of A Gun) LOL

[@bagabundofirstclass5251]

A webo

[@denniss2900]

So true. I always thought all country music was that Nashville yuppy crap. Outlaw country just hits me in the heart!

[@coryull6166]

So cool

[@walterknight5888]

Absolutely the most amazing and beautiful voice ever created

[@ItsBocephus]

What I would give for the chance to see him play live. He’ll keep inspiring people with his music long after his passing, just like he did to me! True Legend!

[@StormLaker]

His voice was a small chunk of my childhood watching episodes of The Dukes, my dad listening to his music, etc. as an adult, I've come appreciate his music even more now than I did 30 years ago. The subject matter became more relevant to me in that time.

[@teresaharmon3112]

Yes better as you age.

[@DarhaLB]

Oh kind of funny you just brought back a memory I hated it when I was young maybe it’s because my parents liked it LOL now I love it and I’m 54 so yeah

[@susangooch7087]

Waylon is the ultimate Outlaw♥️🎶! Love Me some Waymore !!! First time I saw Waylon was up in Cherokee, N.C . I was 11 years old. , way back in the day 1979.

[@susangooch7087]

Waylon passed away on My Birthday 😥.. February 13 .

[@roberthagen6507]

Great artist!

[@peaceiliveby]

Legend,I bought my dad Waylon Jennings greatest hits when I was 12 ,43 years ago......R.I.P DAD always think of you,and I know every lyric,twang and note going.......☮️👍🏼

[@aceisagodkiss3872]

A pure talent. Singing, playing the guitar, his connection with the audience, his speaking voice, his demeanor, etc. Truly my favorite of all time in the world of country music. The King. Waylon Jennings!

[@Chris-zo4vu]

He is literally pretending to play the guitar

[@larryherr9912]

You have no clue what you are talking about no pretending to that

[@flautalee3090]

So nice that the members of the band are mentioned, Nice to see Gary Scruggs playing-red shirt-standing to Waylon’s left. May he RIP. Terrific performance! ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉❤❤

[@tinkerssisie]

I Still Miss Waylon Jennings & Love His Music . Thanks Outlaw For The Great Years Of Your Music .

[@JeffTaylor-dl6hp]

Waylon is a Country Icon! Songs like his don't get written anymore! Today's stars get a notepad, and take a real lesson!

[@amandachristian895]

AMEN!!! NOTEPAD

[@kyliemorris6055]

Waylon could sing the shopping list and make it sound amazing

[@richarddixon5597]

😁😁😁

[@jimcarton3364]

Red river shore

[@kennethhedden1846]

Damn. I've allways been crazy for buyin my beer up the street,but theise deals at the wallmart on bud really can't be beat. But I know man up in........next.?

[@thormagnuson777]

Oh yeah!

[@hughmongous1]

Yeah, the man had enormous music talent.

[@lorrainenielsen6304]

Nobody can replace you for me ever

[@markowen3114]

Hello dear

[@6irondriver]

One of my best quotes... "I've always been crazy but it helps me from going insane"

[@johnnygoss9805]

Waylon has always been #1 on any of my music song lists. He's still number one yesterday, today, and tomorrow!

[@callmedonna7502]

Ditto

[@opalgraham9398]

I couldn't agree more...my grandma always said you needed to be a little bit crazy just to survive in this old world..

[@angelbyallmeans8154]

I got it tatted on me...😜

[@rileycoffelt907]

@@opalgraham9398 amen

[@stonedokie1961]

One of Country Music's Legends doing what he does Best! You are truly missed Waylon and as you can see a bunch of fans still listen to your Music

[@vickiwoods57]

2020 and I'm still loving Waylon Jennings ♥️

[@andysenters4522]

2023 and still !! Right!!!!

[@garykovach8855]

Love Waylon he is a country music legend.

[@anelladambrosio2513]

​@@garykovach8855ciao Gary! 🙋‍♀️😊😘💘🌄

[@staceychutskoff1232]

Yess! 2024

[@stephenadkins9883]

2024❤

[@mrbobevans]

Waylon and Marty are my two favorites. The two best singers of Country and Western.

[@kmartk4899]

Who the hell are the 28 people that dislike waylon? fools!!!!!! Sure do miss him!

[@justinbrown3230]

Kmartk Kmartk

[@justinbrown3230]

who ever the the hell the excuse my language the 28 fucktards are that dont like waylon can go fuck thereselves

[@patriciafitzgerald9215]

the twenty eight that hear in waylons music their life

[@maxinefreeman8858]

How could anyone not like Waylon Jennings,

[@tobywilliams414]

It's up to 79 now. They must have stumbled here between Nancy Pelosi and Man Bun videos.

[@tcsmith9924]

Whoop whoop! One of the best songwriters, performers, and all round good fellas I ever met.

[@rickrobitaille8809]

TC When did you meet him

[@Burgert1776]

Every time I’m stressed with homework I listen to a Waylon song and it makes me forget every problem I have. R.I.P Waylon

[@derickfeigum1467]

Waylon can make any time seem amazing

[@Burgert1776]

@@derickfeigum1467 yes he can

[@skgate]

I sit here and think, how damn cool it must have been to be able to go see Waylon one day, then the Grateful Dead the next. so many legends walking the earth at once. Life feels like the kid who couldn’t afford a ticket..forever..looking in a tiny window from outside…

[@lorensowle1578]

Who are the 450 people that dislike waylon' s song I've always been crazy. They're idiots. It's an excellent song.

[@barbaramatthews7140]

My favourite song

[@walterknight5888]

They are just wastes of life

[@juknjp421]

Get It Waylon!!! A True Man's Man!!! Rebel Music for LIFE!!

[@violetnewcomb1195]

Waylon ,One hell of a singing guitar playing legend !Love Waylon and Hank jr music so much ,it touches my soul !!

[@justinhinton952]

Waylon is the greatest singer country music has ever seen

[@LT1HILLINGHOE]

He's top 3.

[@aaronbyrne1671]

You are very right what you said about waylon Jennings he is numbers 1 in my books he the best country singers ever on earth.he said not to long be for god took him i quote his words I do not like country pop he said one country singers is county pop singer GStright was county pop country singers suck to day on county radio stations you know that anyways since 2005 there one good country singer just came out in the last couple of years christ Stapleton Tennessee whiskey .to bad he couldn't come out with some county hits may be will thank for what you said about waylon I was brought up on his music and the possum hank sr Johnny cash kristofferson waylon is the king of country music

[@edwardpk04]

I was working and my supervisor / friend Bill told me Waylon Jennings has died and he told me not to cry. Bill passed away from a terrible accident in the building we were working in. So now I always think of him when I hear this song. Rip Bill. 2002. Still miss you today! Eddies wife cheryl

[@tuckullrich4980]

I've got "I've always been crazy but it's kept me from going insane " tattooed on my arm .... my favorite tat

[@nancyaylward1176]

I’m in my 60’s now and I’ve been listening to his music since I was a teenager. I miss his voice and his pure and raw performances.

[@dre1x]

greatest lyric ever written "be careful of something that's just what you want it to be"

[@buckodonnghaile4309]

Genius line, cheers

[@fstagigi]

I've always been crazy but it's kept me from going insane. Nobody knows if it's something to bless or to blame So far I ain't found a rhyme or a reason to change I've always been crazy but it's kept me from going insane. Indeed! 💜

[@victoriareel4319]

I miss him; miss his powerful voice. It soothes the soul.

[@michelewalburn4376]

Being crazy has sure kept me from going insane. I love this song

[@glendaclark7213]

Love Waylon Jennings he is still here in mine and Tony's hearts. He's still the best that there will ever be. Never be another one like him and we will see you again one day. More singing, God has a very special angel in Waylon , Love you ☝💞

[@arrowcrusher]

" But I can say I've never intentionally hurt anyone ". (Waylon Jennings)

[@bryanpotter3882]

Rest in peace Waylon Jennings

[@timmyles314]

I was lucky... I got to see him perform live in 1979. It was an awesome show.

[@rimakuja]

Lucky You my friend :-) I can only imagine how it was :-) S

[@ConfusedChocolateStrawbe-vj2qf]

Y'all Such respect for all the ones that are here and those comments are so amazing and heart ❤️ felt in every direction and that being he is shining 🌟 for them all and he is a living legend like no other and always will be for us all 💯💪🎶🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@darlenepearson2685]

When you died a piece of me died with you.

[@hals1fineday]

Same

[@Yesica1993]

I had a craving to hear this song lately. Haven't heard it in years. He had such a fantastic voice! Thanks for sharing.

[@governmentandroid956]

I grew up to all the real outlaws of country music and Waylon Jennings was one of the best

[@connorreutter166]

Waylon was the shit when it came to outlaw country. Got clean and gave the big bopper his seat the day buddy Holly died...Is rock n roll or country rock dead no never will be thanks to legends like this here man. I reckon.

[@hollyjackson8695]

I've always been crazy, it's kept me from going insane... so true

[@judysmith6321]

I love this song and miss this man. He was disrespected in Country Music when he was alive and he still is even in death. Waylon to me what Johnny is to everyone else true talent.

[@justthestresstalkin2482]

I couldn’t have said this better myself. ME TOO !!!!

[@jimtrook3597]

Waylon.... just about the best that ever was. .

[@dissbeleaverovlies1998]

That guitar sound is sublime

[@kyla3635]

He went all the way in on this song. Waylon was gangsta.

[@tracypajari2764]

Waylon, Willie and the boys formed my young life. Holy flashback!

[@billjarvis5853]

Real country music, Waylon is one of the greatest ever by far

[@calfairbanks1480]

That little lady could and did melt a giant we old country lovers will sure miss Waylon.

[@barbaracallahan7836]

~ When You're Lookin' at Waylon ...You're Lookin' At The Best !!

[@stephencottonham9263]

Barbara Callahan

[@julianowik8]

When country didn’t suck. So true. Love you Waylon. RIP

[@JamesSmith-hn3or]

That ain't no shit

[@larrysherman4809]

Barbara Callahan absolutely without a doubt

[@susangooch7087]

Waylon was the Man !!! Waylon IS the MAN & Forever will be the MAN !!! My Favorite Outlaw !!!! 👍🏻♥️🎤🎶😘

[@pageribe9412]

This must have taken place just before or after he quit cocaine. He sounds much better than he did a year before, but his voice improved even more, especially after he quit smoking about 4 years later. Sure do miss Ol' Waylon

[@billearnhardt2638]

Had the pleasure of working at JDs in Scottsdale ,AZ. When Waylon was the house band. He was the Greatest

[@NeridaWarwick]

I've Always Been Crazy my favourite song Great line up of great singers and songs

[@sophieparham8651]

His great music I love!

[@mikeschmidt7520]

I bet it was a great show every night!

[@allisonking6185]

the absolute best country music singer/performer ever/ period

[@tlars8569]

Agreed, I've been on a Waylon kick tonight. "If you see me getting smaller" s been on repeat.

[@josephsutphin9275]

awesome. sure wished classic country was still around. cant drink to this new crap

[@robertlewis9604]

check Hokey Sloan out

[@michelewalburn4376]

I gave up drinking because the music has gotten so bad and it's hard to find a place that plays the good stuff

[@jjhazzy]

praxton stone try Colter Wall

[@debrascott8492]

@ praxton stone.....You can't cry to the new crap either.

[@dissbeleaverovlies1998]

Oh definitely. Waylon, Johnny, Merle etc and some whiskey and boom , troubles melt :)

[@JohnnyFevermd]

Damn I miss Waylon

[@chrismccurdy5842]

Waylon will always one of my favorite country music and heroes because he played what he wanted and the record companies respect him and he loved his country and he always put on a great concert.

[@rogerk9050]

One of my all time favorites.

[@mikeharrington6307]

We had the pleasure of seeing what may well have been one of the most influential groups of country legends of this or any century when we enjoyed Waylon, Willie, Tompall & of course one of Country Music's most beautiful ladies ever, Jessie Coulter (or Mrs. Waylon, whichever you prefer). It was at Hampton Coliseum in Hampton Virginia and they were amazing. I'll never forget that when the show ended and the lights came up, the smoke was so thick it was like a thick fog in there. (And just so we're clear, very little of it was cigarette smoke (if you know what I mean...lol)

[@teresaharmon3112]

Wish I'd been there he was awesome thanks for sharing your story.

[@nevilleherd4334]

WOW 😮 that’s the way it was the good old days Rip mr Jennings

[@rogerbowen4246]

LOVE WAYLON. HES THE MAN country 2019 and for ever thanks Waylon

[@wandawillingham9444]

He is the man! Love him!

[@crayonwayy]

I love Waylon and all his songs

[@hughmongous1]

I have always loved Waylon, even before he sang country. Sure glad that he did not get on that plane with Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the "Big Bopper" on February 5, 1959, "The Day the Music Died".

[@sylviawilliams1120]

Oh??????

[@dan072766]

He gave up his seat to the big bopper. Buddy Holly told him " hope your ole bus freezes up ". Waylons reply was " I hope your planes crashes" he lived with that for years always said he was living on borrowed time

[@charlesjohnson-qf2ns]

I bet 675 people who put thumbs down are real city slickers. This is real good music by real country boys

[@paulajane9828]

I love everything about this song forever ❤😎💯🎸😍

[@rachelleberven8485]

Good song..I love it! Thank you Mr. Jennings

[@elbertfulton9905]

A true country music singer!!!

[@mizzmead8077]

R.I.P. Waylon1937-2022 I can imagine the music up there .. we're listening to y'all down here

[@marythompson5458]

Waylon One The Country Singers We Have Lost His Music Is Still Here Rip

[@ehardin54]

Happy Heavenly Birthday to the best male country singer of all time!

[@markowen3114]

Hello dear,how are you doing? Greetings from San Diego 😊

[@tangobango9653]

Nobody like Ole Waylon. Have loved his music for over 50 long years & always will!

[@jannaparker3558]

Waylon I love you my cousin! We miss you! I have always been crazy but it kept me from going insane

[@elseMa5194]

Phenomenal Waylon Jennings ❤🎼

[@chrisschell6356]

Nobody performs like Waylon!!!

[@lindabollinger3725]

I love Waylon when he's in a good mood. I love his smile, his laugh, his gravelly voice, his joking around (telling the cigarette to stay right there), his singing, his playing, and don't even get me started on his good looks....I guess I just love Waylon, pure and simple!

[@rimakuja]

Thank You my dear friend for your lovely comment ... you really nailed the words ... encapsulating the very reason I originally did like to post this video for all of us enjoy! :-) I wish you a wonderful time further :-) Stephan

[@miketreen7403]

Linda Bollinger one of the things most people either don’t realize or forget about him was how he came up in the music industry. He started back when people went to a show to be entertained and he learned from some of the best there was.

[@MrT5mustang]

If you walk to the beat of Waylon's music , you have a tendency to carry yourself with pure confidence and people will get the hell out of your way! Tyr it sometime!!

[@contagiouslyfit1021]

I can't say I'm proud of all of the things I've done, but I can say I've never intentionally hurt anyone.

[@smwrbd]

There's nothing wrong with being crazy, as long as you know it.

[@ladyj9120]

When the going gets weird..... the weird turn pro

[@maristeladesousafurtado22]

Como EU AMO...essa música é uma homenagem ao MEU PAI.

[@robby7170]

Gotta love where he put his cigarette

[@the_original_Bilb_Ono]

My dad did that too. He played anything that held a note rip

[@user-ch5rb1gh2b]

&what he'd say. Now sit rite there Cruz u know I can't breath without U

[@lloydallen1919]

Robyn kibblewhite Waylon Jennings- I’ve Always Been Crazy (impromptu) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5KkmWiIjrSHesU

[@carriesmith5623]

Yea lol

[@beachlife9239]

Country stations used to play this jam almost hourly it was so popular

[@Younglove422]

AWESOME!!! Love Waylon. Have my wall plastered with his pics. Nobody like him. Thanks for sharing. Never too old to enjoy Waylon even though I have great-grandchildren.

[@rimakuja]

I can only agree and im so excited with your awesome and friendly comment :) Thank you :)

[@corneliadenninger5395]

What does it show? You can enjoy good (!!!!) music at any age. It's just a matter of good taste. Greetings CD

[@katyb3265]

Or too young.

[@tracypajari2764]

Everyone loved him.

[@lindaanderson9717]

Damn I love that guitar and you ❤ Mr. Waylon Sir

[@catherinerogers7187]

So sorry I missed him when he was alive....I get it, I've always been crazy and yes, it has kept me from going insane. God bless you Waylon.

[@eh84eh]

I get it too..i think if you get this song you REALLY get it. If not you must think ita just words.

[@markowen3114]

Hello dear,how are you doing? Greetings from San Diego 😊

[@aaronbyrne6969]

I was crazy when i drank booze for 15 years i been blame for things I did do and didn't, do .but for god and prayers i finally got sober up through treatment centers .this song,for alcoholic. And drud addict. I am sober over 27 years now.i listen to waylon , song i way been crazy.i thought i was 25 feet tall and bullet proof thank god never killed anyone by drunk driving fights in bar room brawls walking out front cars .was not sceard of nothing when i drank this song help me to remember back when i was a idots like most drunks.women would not have to do with a drunk i glad .because I don't believe putting women thur hell them worrying. So if you have a drinking problem with boose or drugs,there help out there AA works .i know what waylon went through with his demons .this is my favorite song that waylon wrote he hit it wright on the nail. With this song It makes me not to for get my past. Your missed mr waylon Jennings By your fan of all time .waylon is the soul of country music legend of real country music,

[@RealAmericanStar]

Glad you're sober 🤍

[@stablerfan1970]

Waylon is lucky he grew up in the days when “labeling” wasn’t so common Love ya Waylon just a good ol boy...❤️😀😀😀🎶

[@j.netterville4287]

One of the best all time !

[@terriebeckham5895]

Waylon jennings was the best love hear him he will be missed

[@MushroomPot420_69]

comes out smoking a cig then says it helps him breath. LEGEND!

[@debrascott8492]

@ Mushroom Pot....He also said he can't do without it.

[@Doug_M]

Part of what killed him. Thankfully I kicked that habit.

[@memphismemphis462]

@@Doug_M Diabetes killed him they even had to cut one foot off.he had quit smoking years before he died.

[@lloydallen1919]

Mushroom Pot Waylon Jennings- I’ve Always Been Crazy (impromptu) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5KkmWiIjrSHesU

[@lynnbrown8141]

Any song, Waylon Jennings is my Favorites

[@lilidoucet]

My favourite singer and guitar player ever... a unique sound. When you heard it, you knew it was Waylon. I listen to him everyday. Fell in love about 45 years ago and then in the 70's, I discovered him again in a different way. It will be for life because there are no other like him so far.

[@ianrichardmorrissey6082]

As a Limey at 19 I was introduced to country music driving to small towns across Alberta Canada for several years from 1974 to 1980. Once you left the city all you could get was small town radio stations. I latched on pretty darn quick. I listened to all the greats but my all time favorite was and still is Faster Horses, Younger woman yes haw.

[@depaola63]

My father loved this man ! My Mother loves Sinatra 🎼⭐️⭐️. I’m 57 and got much of my era too 🌈

[@debrabrock1251]

This is the story of my life. Great man.

[@dianahayse3130]

Same here Waylon!!! Love your song. Love your delivery of it too. Miss ya!!

[@baysideauto]

true country my friends.

[@maryannproffitt44]

“Maybe it was maybe it wasn’t about “him. Genius lyrics and performance. Rest in heaven Waylon we miss your songs and all the ones we didn’t get to hear. Prayers fior Mrs. Jessie and fam from the fans. This is legendary playing and sangin.I’ve always been crazy but it kept me from going insane by the Grace of God. Thank you Jesus and Waylon and band for a piece of country music history.

[@davidholton9667]

Hello how are you? So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song

[@maryannproffitt44]

@@davidholton9667 I am still listening to Waylon and thankful to be alive!

[@davidholton9667]

@@maryannproffitt44 Nice to hear from you. Where are you from?

[@maryannproffitt44]

@@davidholton9667 why does that seem to be the same question everyone asks? What if I don’t want to share my location with everyone and just like to watch videos and listen to music. Nothing personal, thanks!

[@davidholton9667]

@@maryannproffitt44 That's okay